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Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual - 2011

Section 6

Service and Appearance Care

Service

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Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
California Perchlorate Materials

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Fuel

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Gasoline Octane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and

Canada Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

California Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11

Checking Things Under the Hood

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Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
Automatic Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23
Manual Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23

Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29
Windshield Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-32
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-32
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36

Headlamp Aiming

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Bulb Replacement

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Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-44
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking

Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-44

Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) . . . . . 6-46
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up

Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-47

License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

. . . . . . . . . . . 6-49

Tires

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Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51
Tire Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54
Inflation - Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57
Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-58
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59

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Summary of Contents for 2011 HHR

Page 1: ...nts 2 34 Airbag System 2 60 Restraint System Check 2 76 Features and Controls 3 1 Keys 3 3 Doors and Locks 3 9 Windows 3 16 Theft Deterrent Systems 3 19 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 22 Mirrors 3 39 Object Detection Systems 3 42 Storage Areas 3 46 Sunroof 3 52 Instrument Panel 4 1 Instrument Panel Overview 4 3 Climate Controls 4 18 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 4 23 Driver Informati...

Page 2: ...41 Bulb Replacement 6 44 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 49 Tires 6 50 Appearance Care 6 93 Vehicle Identification 6 101 Electrical System 6 102 Capacities and Specifications 6 108 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 Customer Assistance and Information 8 2 Reporting Safety Defects 8 13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 8 16 Index i 1 ...

Page 3: ...d on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès...

Page 4: ... something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to ...

Page 5: ...Conditioning Antilock Brake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor F Tracti...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...terior Lighting 1 13 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 14 Climate Controls 1 15 Vehicle Features 1 15 Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 16 Portable Audio Devices Auxiliary Input or USB Port 1 17 Steering Wheel Controls 1 17 Bluetooth 1 18 Driver Information Center DIC 1 18 Cruise Control 1 19 Storage Compartments 1 20 Power Outlets 1 21 Performance and Maintenance 1 21 Traction Control System TCS 1 21 Electr...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Instrument Panel 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...nk Connector DLC See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4 34 M Horn on page 4 3 N Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4 81 If Equipped O Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4 14 P Audio System s on page 4 52 Q Climate Control System on page 4 18 R Rear Window Wiper Washer on page 4 7 S Shift Lever Manual Shown See Manual Transmission Operation on page 3 31 and Automatic Transmission Operation on...

Page 10: ... three seconds to sound the panic alarm Press L again to cancel the panic alarm See Keys on page 3 3 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 3 5 Remote Vehicle Start With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle Starting the Vehicle 1 Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press Q 3 Immediately after completing Step 2 press and hold until the turn signal l...

Page 11: ...er the key or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter From inside use the manual lock knobs located at the top of the door panel near the window See Door Locks on page 3 9 Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are on the front doors Press the top or bottom of the switch to unlock or lock the doors For more information see Power Door Locks on page 3 10 Liftgate Open the liftgate by pressin...

Page 12: ...Press the front of the switch to lower the window Pull the switch up to raise it For more information see Power Windows on page 3 17 Seat Adjustment Manual Seats To adjust the seat 1 Lift the bar under the seat to unlock it 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place See Manual Seats on page 2 4 for more inform...

Page 13: ...by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down See Power Seat on page 2 5 for more information Power Lumbar If available press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support Release the control when the seatback reaches the desired level of support See Power Lumbar on page 2 6 for more info...

Page 14: ...ke sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2 8 for more information Second Row Seats The seatbacks can be folded flat For detailed instructions for lowering the seatba...

Page 15: ...on when the low setting is selected Press the button a third time to turn the heated seat off See Heated Seats on page 2 6 for more information Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating position change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head re...

Page 16: ...hers for Children LATCH on page 2 45 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system if equipped will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver airbags and roof rail airbags are not affected by this If the vehicle has a passenger sensing system the passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle...

Page 17: ...ard the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return to its original position Interior Mirror Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted by holding the mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view behind the vehicle To avoid glare from the headlamps behind you push the tab located at the base of the mirror toward you for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use Vehicles with an aut...

Page 18: ...and rear dome lamps turn on when any door is opened To turn on all dome lamps with the doors closed turn the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel located to the right of the steering wheel and above the radio completely to the right Reading Lamps There are reading lamps located on the front and rear dome lamps To turn the front reading lamps on or off press the lamp lens To turn the rear reading...

Page 19: ...aytime and the headlamps parking lamps and taillamps at night O This position is the momentary Off On switch for the Automatic Headlamp System In Canada this only works when the vehicles with an automatic transmission are in P Park and vehicles with a manual transmission have the parking brake set and the vehicle is not moving For more information see Headlamps on page 4 11 Fog Lamps on page 4 13 ...

Page 20: ...d wiper movement occurs more frequently 9 Turns the windshield wipers off 8 Single wipe move the lever to z and then release it Several wipes hold lever on z longer Windshield Washer Press the button at the end of the lever until the washers begin Rear Window Wiper Washer The rear window wiper washer button is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls 5 Press to turn on the interm...

Page 21: ...l C Air Delivery Mode Control D Air Conditioning E Outside Air F Air Recirculation G Rear Window Defogger See Climate Control System on page 4 18 Vehicle Features Radio s Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port shown O Press to turn the system on and off Turn to increase or decrease the volume BAND Press to choose between FM AM or XM if equipped f Select radio stations Seek or scan stations 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...vorites each having six favorite stations available per page Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM FM or XM stations For radios without a FAV button up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered buttons See Radio s on page 4 54 Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the Radio with CD MP3 and USB port or Radio with a Single CD MP3 play...

Page 23: ...pending on the audio system Press the CD AUX button to play audio from the portable player See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack and Using the USB Port under Radio s on page 4 54 Steering Wheel Controls If equipped some audio controls can be adjusted using the controls on the right side of the steering wheel e e Increases or decreases volume w x Press to change radio stations select tracks on a CD or...

Page 24: ...For more information visit www gm com bluetooth For more information see Bluetooth on page 4 73 Driver Information Center DIC The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster It shows the status of many vehicle systems and enables access to the personalization menu The DIC buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel INFO Press to scroll through the vehicle in...

Page 25: ...page 4 46 Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel J Press to turn the cruise control system on and off The indicator light on the button comes on when the cruise control is on and goes off when the cruise control is turned off RES Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or press and hold to accelerate SET Press to set ...

Page 26: ... into four positions Place the panel lower position for additional cargo space above it Place the panel in the upper position to conceal the cargo area There is also a center position and a sideways position that allows access to the rear cargo area For more information see Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover on page 3 48 1 20 ...

Page 27: ...cess and replace when not in use See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 4 16 and Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter on page 4 18 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System TCS The traction control system limits wheel spin The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off traction control press and release d on the instrument panel F illuminates and the appropriate...

Page 28: ...onitor System TPMS The TPMS warming light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicles tires If the warning light comes on stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the tire loading information label See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 23 The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected During cooler conditions the...

Page 29: ...Driver Information Center DIC at the same time to enter the personalization menu 3 Press the information button to scroll through the available personalization menu modes until the DIC display shows OIL LIFE RESET 4 Press and hold the reset button until the DIC display shows ACKNOWLEDGED This will tell you the system has been reset 5 Turn the key to LOCK OFF For vehicles with the 2 2L VIN Code V o...

Page 30: ...ositive and negative terminals in the engine compartment See Battery on page 6 35 and Jump Starting on page 6 36 Roadside Assistance Program U S 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 TTY Users 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program This program provides technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a ...

Page 31: ...uestions Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors X Push this button for hands free voice activated calling and to give voice commands for Hands Free Calling and Turn by Turn Navigation Automatic Crash Response Emergency Services Crisis Assist Stolen Vehicle Assistance Vehicle Diagnostics Remote Door Unlock Roadside Assistance Turn by Tur...

Page 32: ...wer for the OnStar equipment to operate OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment isn t properly installed or you haven t maintained it and your vehicle is in good working order and in compliance with all government regulations If you try to add connect or modify any equipment or software in your vehicle OnStar service may not work Other problems OnStar can t control may prevent service ...

Page 33: ...o light appears your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated Push the Q button to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with an active OnStar system that system may also record data in crash or near crash like situations The OnStar Terms and Conditions provides information on data collection and use and is available in the OnSt...

Page 34: ...Black plate 28 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES 1 28 ...

Page 35: ...er Children 2 34 Infants and Young Children 2 38 Child Restraint Systems 2 41 Where to Put the Restraint 2 43 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 2 45 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 2 53 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 2 56 Airbag System 2 60 Where Are the Airbags 2 63 When Should an Airbag Inflate 2 64 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 2 66 How ...

Page 36: ...installed and adjusted properly there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck spinal injury in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 2 2 ...

Page 37: ...restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place The head restraints are not designed to be removed The rear seat has headrests that can be adjusted up and down 2 3 ...

Page 38: ...ehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat 1 Lift the bar under the seat to unlock it 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place 2 4 ...

Page 39: ...ower Seat To adjust a power seat if available Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front of the seat by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down To adjust the seatback see Reclining Seatbacks on page 2 8 2 5 ...

Page 40: ...cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures To reduce the risk of burns people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater especially for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket cushion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heater to overheat An ...

Page 41: ...ting Both lights below the heated seat symbol turn on Press the button a second time to change to the low setting Only the bottom light is on when the low setting is selected Press the button a third time to turn the heated seat off The heated seats are canceled when the ignition is turned off Press the button to use the heated seats after the vehicle is re started 2 7 ...

Page 42: ...could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving Passenger Recliner Lever Shown Driver Similar To recline a manual seatback 1 Lift the lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked 2 8 ...

Page 43: ...at could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked 2 9 ...

Page 44: ...y Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat an...

Page 45: ...ple in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Remove or secure all items before driving To fold the seatback 1 Move the front passenger seat rearward to allow room to fold the seatback forward See Manual Seats on page 2 4 for more information The head restraint may need to be removed if the seat cannot be moved fully rearward If removing the head restraint store it so that it will not move while the ...

Page 46: ...r seat the seatbacks can be folded flat To lower the rear seatback s 1 Move the front seat forward and or put the front seatback in an upright position so it does not interfere with folding the rear seatback forward 2 Open the rear door while the vehicle is parked 3 The rear head restraint may need to be removed if it interferes with the front seat when the front seat is moved back in place If rem...

Page 47: ...afety belt out of the way before lowering the seatback Do not let the safety belt get caught between the seatback and seat cushion as the seatback is folded 5 Pull up on the knob located on the top of the seatback on the outboard side to release the seatback 2 13 ...

Page 48: ...1 Lift the seatback up and push rearward until you hear a click Keep the safety belt clear of the seat and not twisted The release knob on the top of the seatback has a red ring If the seatback is not fully latched this ring will be visible Push on the seatback until the ring is not visible WARNING If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injur...

Page 49: ...rgo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in the vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts See Safety Bel...

Page 50: ...40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 2 16 ...

Page 51: ...plate 17 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 2 17 ...

Page 52: ...2011 or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 2 18 ...

Page 53: ...ver drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in a crash even one that is not your fault you and your passenger s can be hurt Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of...

Page 54: ...n the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across...

Page 55: ... A The shoulder belt is too loose It will not give as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body 2 21 ...

Page 56: ...ot give nearly as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs 2 22 ...

Page 57: ...wrong buckle WARNING You can be seriously injured if the belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle the belt into the buckle nearest you 2 23 ...

Page 58: ... You can be seriously injured if the belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 2 24 ...

Page 59: ...injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 2 25 ...

Page 60: ...er belt properly In a crash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 2 26 ...

Page 61: ...his A The belt is twisted across the body WARNING You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 2 27 ...

Page 62: ...unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extende...

Page 63: ...safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle 2 29 ...

Page 64: ...for front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And if the vehicle has side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safe...

Page 65: ...all a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 2 31 ...

Page 66: ... under the belt and the guide on top WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 2 32 ...

Page 67: ...ip inward and slide them in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as...

Page 68: ...ender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s safety belts The manufacturer s instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and ...

Page 69: ...d should sit in a position with a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thig...

Page 70: ...e thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly WARNING Never do this Never allow two children to wear the same safety belt The safety belt can not properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time 2 36 ...

Page 71: ...ing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 2 ...

Page 72: ...dren to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Children who are not restrained pro...

Page 73: ...r killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat Continued WARNING Continued It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go 2 39 ...

Page 74: ... is the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infan...

Page 75: ...y structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems A rear facing infant seat A provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the ...

Page 76: ...and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 45 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child rest...

Page 77: ...port Canada or the Provincial Ministry of Transportation office Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics children and infant...

Page 78: ...rontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Continued WARNING Continued Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is bette...

Page 79: ...restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible child restraint is properly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When inst...

Page 80: ... tether A C anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restraint may have a single tether A or a dual tether C Either will have...

Page 81: ...hed Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Rear Seat j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors Front Passenger Seat Panel and Rear Seat Delete Models i Top Tether Anchor Seating position with a top tether anchor To assist you in locating the lower a...

Page 82: ...bol is on the lower side of the quarter on the passenger side behind the second row door If the vehicle is a panel van equipped with a cargo partition see the Cargo Partition Owner Manual Supplement for the top tether anchor location and routing instructions Vehicles with Rear Seats The rear outboard top tether anchors are located on the cargo floor behind the rear seats The rear center top tether...

Page 83: ...on Owner Manual Supplement for the top tether anchor location and routing instructions Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed When the top tether anchor is being used for a child restraint do not use the same anchor to secure cargo Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if ...

Page 84: ...ING Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash attach only one child restraint per anchor WARNING Children can be seriously injured or strangle...

Page 85: ...for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 To secure a chil...

Page 86: ... with a cargo partition see the Cargo Partition Owner Manual Supplement for the top tether anchor location and routing instructions 2 5 If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint raise it 2 6 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a headrest or ...

Page 87: ...allation Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle If the child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 45 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a chi...

Page 88: ...ctions say If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 2 43 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it...

Page 89: ...push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor...

Page 90: ... designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 68 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4 27 for more information including important safety information A label on the sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deplo...

Page 91: ...ld restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 45 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In...

Page 92: ...til it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 2 58 ...

Page 93: ... for more information 8 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensing system and the passenge...

Page 94: ... for the right front passenger With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim Even if you do not have a right front passenger seat in your vehicle there is still an active frontal airbag in the right side of the instrument panel Do not place cargo in front of this airbag WARNING Be sure that cargo is not near an airbag In a crash an inflating airbag might force that...

Page 95: ...Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING Airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag as you woul...

Page 96: ...bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 2 34 or Infants and Young Children on page 2 38 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system ...

Page 97: ...3 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 2 63 ...

Page 98: ...anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an inflating roof rail airbag will be blocked When Should an Airbag Inflate Frontal airbags are desi...

Page 99: ...y side impacts In addition your vehicle has dual stage frontal airbags Dual stage airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity Your vehicle has an electronic frontal sensor which helps the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact For moderate frontal impacts dual stage airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more sev...

Page 100: ...ion provided by safety belts Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually Roof rail airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body Rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first a...

Page 101: ...terior lamps and hazard warning flashers and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate You can lock the doors turn off the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features WARNING A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle such as the fuel system brake and steering systems etc Even if the vehicle...

Page 102: ...g system for the right front passenger position the label on the vehicle s sun visors refer to ADVANCED AIRBAGS United States Canada The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off will be visible during the system check If you are using remote start if equipped to start the vehicle from a distance you may not see the system check When the system check is complete either the word ON or the word ...

Page 103: ...f the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Continued WARNING Continued Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one...

Page 104: ...ag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children including children in child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off t...

Page 105: ...ing the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head re...

Page 106: ... blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 3 Place the seatback in the fully upright position 4 Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indicator is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help ...

Page 107: ...d the airbag readiness light on the instrument panel will also be lit Liquid pooled on the seat that has not soaked in may make it more likely that the passenger sensing system will enable turn on the passenger airbag while a child restraint or child occupant is on the seat If the passenger airbag is turned on the on indicator will be lit If the passenger seat gets wet dry the seat immediately If ...

Page 108: ...ellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change the vehicle s frame bumper...

Page 109: ...urning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 68 If you have questions call Customer Assistance The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 8 2 If the vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 6 68 for addi...

Page 110: ... one right away Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4 25 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 6 96 Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4 26 for more information Notice...

Page 111: ...may be necessary But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash you may need new LATCH system parts New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or LATCH system if equipped was not being...

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Page 113: ...ftgate 3 12 Windows 3 16 Power Windows 3 17 Sun Visors 3 18 Theft Deterrent Systems 3 19 Content Theft Deterrent 3 19 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 20 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 3 20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 22 New Vehicle Break In 3 22 Ignition Positions 3 22 Retained Accessory Power RAP 3 26 Starting the Engine 3 26 Engine Coolant Heater 3 27 Automatic Tra...

Page 114: ...g Rearview Mirror 3 39 Compass 3 39 Outside Power Mirrors 3 41 Outside Convex Mirror 3 42 Object Detection Systems 3 42 Rear Vision Camera RVC 3 42 Storage Areas 3 46 Glove Box 3 46 Cupholders 3 46 Instrument Panel Storage 3 46 Floor Console Storage Area 3 46 Floor Mats 3 46 Rear Storage Area 3 48 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 3 48 Roof Rack System 3 50 Convenience Net 3 51 Hideaway Rear St...

Page 115: ...he vehicle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for the ignition and the driver s door lock The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle s steering column If a replacement key or a...

Page 116: ...See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 18 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range try this Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be block...

Page 117: ...occurred See LOCK HORN under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 46 for more information Pressing Q may arm the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 3 19 K Unlock Press once to unlock the driver door If enabled through the DIC the horn chirps to indicate unlocking has occurred See UNLOCK HORN under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 46 for more information If K i...

Page 118: ...med through your dealer When the replacement transmitter is programmed to the vehicle all remaining transmitters must also be programmed Any lost or stolen transmitters no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters programmed to it Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the KEY FOB BATT LOW message displays in the DIC See KEY FOB BATT LOW u...

Page 119: ...the remote start feature the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of operation However the range may be less while the vehicle is running There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter see Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 3 4 for additional information Remote Vehicle Start This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start T...

Page 120: ... remote start button the vehicle s ignition switch must be turned to ON RUN and then back to LOCK OFF using the key before the remote start procedure can be used again To manually shut off the engine after a remote start Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press the remote start button until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4...

Page 121: ...y be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Continued WARNING Continued Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle...

Page 122: ...layed locking feature is active Five seconds after the last door is closed all of the doors and liftgate will lock The turn signal lamps will flash to indicate that the doors have been locked To cancel the delay and lock the doors immediately press the lock button a second time If the key is in the ignition this feature will not lock the doors If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC yo...

Page 123: ...ways for vehicles with an automatic transmission See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 46 for more information Rear Door Security Locks Vehicles with rear door security locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside On vehicles with this feature the rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door You must open the rear doors to access them To set...

Page 124: ... Side Cargo Door The rear side cargo doors can be opened by pressing the buttons located on the driver and passenger sides of the instrument panel or by using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Instrument Panel on page 1 2 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 3 5 for more information To use the buttons on the instrument panel the driver side door must be unlocked Push th...

Page 125: ...he trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Continued WARNING Continued If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that brings in only outsid...

Page 126: ...ate Release To manually open the liftgate do the following 1 Remove the trim plug located on the inside of the liftgate near the center 2 Locate the release lever on the latch The lever is located about three inches 7 62 cm behind the trim in the access hole 3 14 ...

Page 127: ...Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 3 Insert a tool into the access hole Push the release lever rearward 4 The liftgate will unlatch when the lever is pushed rearward Push the liftgate to open 5 Reinstall the trim plug 3 15 ...

Page 128: ...ent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof i...

Page 129: ...not leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows Driver s Side Shown The power window controls are located on each of the side doors The driver s door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows Press the switch to lower the window Pull up on the front edge of the swi...

Page 130: ...dow Lockout o Window Lockout Your vehicle has a lockout feature to prevent rear seat passengers from operating the windows Press the lockout button located with the power window switches to turn the feature on and off When the red band on the button is showing the lockout feature is off Sun Visors To block out glare swing down the visor s The sun visors can also be detached from the center mount a...

Page 131: ...ton on the RKE transmitter a second time while all the doors are closed to immediately arm the system The system still arms in 60 seconds if a door is open When the open door is closed it also arms The security light turns on to indicate that arming has been initiated Once the system is armed the security light flashes once every three seconds If the security light flashes twice per second a door ...

Page 132: ... security system alarm was previously activated if three chirps sound when you press the lock or unlock buttons on the RKE transmitter PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 18 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation Your vehi...

Page 133: ...g additional keys only If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have keys made and programmed to the system See your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new key 1 Verify that the new key ...

Page 134: ... time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer Automatic Transmission on page 5 31 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transmission on page 5 37 for the trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle and ...

Page 135: ... vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags In an emergency if the vehicle must be shut off while driving 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to Neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving Aft...

Page 136: ...of the electrical accessories It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition R ON RUN This is the position in which you can operate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights The switch stays in this position when the engine is running If you leave the key in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position with the engine off the battery could be drained ...

Page 137: ...ned to LOCK OFF and ignition key to be removed in case of a dead battery or low voltage battery 1 Make sure the shift lever is in P Park 2 Remove the cover from the bottom of the steering column 3 Locate the plunger 4 Press and hold the plunger while turning the ignition key to LOCK OFF Remove the key Have the vehicle serviced at your dealer as soon as possible 3 25 ...

Page 138: ...hould be in N Neutral and the parking brake engaged Hold the clutch pedal down to the floor and start the engine The vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down Starting Procedure 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as the engine warms Do not race the engine immediately...

Page 139: ...s again repeat the procedure This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Notice The engine is designed to work with the electronics in the vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before addi...

Page 140: ...If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts to prevent damage The length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best ad...

Page 141: ...rting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply the regular brakes first and then press the shift lever button before the vehicle can shift from P Park when the ignition key is in ON RUN If the vehicle cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintain brake applic...

Page 142: ...ing the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding see Skidding under Loss of Control on page 5 15 I Intermediate This position is also used for normal driving However it reduces vehicle speed without using the brakes for slight downgrades where the vehicle would otherwise accelerate due to steepness of grade If constant upshifting or downshifting occurs while driving up ste...

Page 143: ... the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into 1 First when the vehicle is traveling less than 32 km h 20 mph If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into 1 First put the shift lever in N Neutral and let up on the clutch pedal Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into 1 First 2 Second Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal ...

Page 144: ...you could lose control of the vehicle You could injure yourself or others Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift Up Shift Light If the vehicle has a manual transmission there may be an up shift light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather road and t...

Page 145: ... you or others could be injured Move your hand lower on the lever or raise the seat back so that you can set the brake To set the parking brake hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 29 To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lev...

Page 146: ...e driving If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer Automatic Transmission on page 5 31 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transmission on page 5 37 Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission WARNING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehi...

Page 147: ...icle is in P Park and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you have moved the shift lever into P Park hold the brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into P Park Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift i...

Page 148: ...ly the brake pedal 2 Then press the shift lever button 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still are unable to shift out of P Park 1 Fully release the shift lever button 2 While holding down the brake pedal press the shift lever button again 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still cannot move the shift lever from P Park consult your dealer or a professional to...

Page 149: ... deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different Continued WARNING Continued The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or after market modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fume...

Page 150: ...G It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly...

Page 151: ...r dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See the OnStar owners guide for more information about the services OnStar provides Press the buttons located at the bottom of the mirror to turn the map lights on or off O On Off Press to turn the dimming feature on or off Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehi...

Page 152: ...n until CAL displays 2 While CAL displays drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Compass Variance The mirror is set to zone eight If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area the compass variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone To adjust for compass variance 1 Find the current location and variance zone number on the follow...

Page 153: ...ess one of the four buttons located on the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction 3 Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen Keep the selector switch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror ...

Page 154: ...ing lanes The passenger side mirror is convex shaped A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat Object Detection Systems Rear Vision Camera RVC The vehicle may have a Rear Vision Camera system Read this entire section before using it WARNING The Rear Vision Camera RVC system does not replace driver vision RVC does not Detect objects that are outside the camera s f...

Page 155: ...igned to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle When the key is in the ON RUN position and the driver shifts the vehicle into R Reverse the video image automatically appears on the inside rear view mirror Once the driver shifts out of R Reverse the video image automatically disappears from the inside rear view mirror Turning the Rear Vision Camera Syste...

Page 156: ...the camera is limited and does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper The area displayed can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions The distance of the image that appears on the screen differs from the actual distance The following illustration shows the field of view that the camera provides 3 44 ...

Page 157: ...nges The rear vision camera system display in the rearview mirror may turn off or not appear as expected due to one of the following conditions If this occurs the left indicator light on the mirror will flash A slow flash may indicate a loss of video signal or no video signal present during the reverse cycle A fast flash may indicate that the display has been on for the maximum allowable time duri...

Page 158: ... Storage The vehicle has a storage compartment on the instrument panel above the air vents Push the button on the compartment to open the cover Floor Console Storage Area There are two small storage compartments on the floor console Floor Mats WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed it can interfere with the accelerator pedal and or brake pedal Interference with the p...

Page 159: ...dals Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the driver side Do not place one floor mat on top of another The driver side floor mat is held in place by a button type retainer Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat 1 Pull up on the rear of the mat to unlock and remove 2 Reinstall the floor ...

Page 160: ...able panel cargo cover feature The panel cargo cover can be adjusted into four positions To use the panel in the lowest position The panel can be used in this position if additional space above the panel is needed Cargo can be placed on top of the panel in this position 1 Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower guides 2 Slide the panel forward 3 Press down on the back of the panel to ...

Page 161: ...r a crash those things could be thrown around in the vehicle You or others could be injured When it is in the upper or center position always secure any cargo on the floor beneath the panel cover To use the panel in the upper position as a cargo cover 1 Insert the front corners of the panel into the top guides 2 Slide the panel forward 3 Press down on the back of the panel to lock it in place 3 49...

Page 162: ... cover Roof Rack System The vehicle may have a roof rack system WARNING If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack like paneling plywood or a mattress the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven The item being carried could be violently torn off and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle Never carry something longer or wider th...

Page 163: ...udden starts sharp turns sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers otherwise it may result in loss of control If driving for a long distance on rough roads or at high speeds occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading the Vehicle on page 5 23 C...

Page 164: ...sunroof the ignition must be in ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 3 26 Express Open To express open the power sunroof fully press the driver s side switch rearward once To stop the sunroof glass in a desired position other than to the express open position press the switch again in either direction to stop the movement If t...

Page 165: ...ide sunroof switch forward The sunshade must be closed manually From the vent position press and hold the passenger s side sunroof switch rearward Anti Pinch If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction The sunroof will then return to the full open or vent position To c...

Page 166: ...Black plate 54 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES 3 54 ...

Page 167: ...ntry Exit Lighting 4 14 Reading Lamps 4 14 Electric Power Management 4 15 Battery Run Down Protection 4 15 Accessory Power Outlet s 4 16 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 4 18 Climate Controls 4 18 Climate Control System 4 18 Outlet Adjustment 4 21 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 4 21 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 4 23 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 24 Speedometer and Odometer 4 25 Tachometer 4 ...

Page 168: ...p Light 4 37 Highbeam On Light 4 37 Fuel Gauge 4 38 Driver Information Center DIC 4 38 DIC Operation and Displays 4 39 DIC Warnings and Messages 4 41 DIC Vehicle Personalization 4 46 Audio System s 4 52 Setting the Clock 4 53 Radio s 4 54 Using an MP3 4 65 XM Radio Messages 4 71 Bluetooth 4 73 Theft Deterrent Feature 4 81 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 4 81 Radio Reception 4 83 Fixed Mast Antenna 4...

Page 169: ... on and off This warns others that you are having trouble Press again to turn the flashers off Horn To sound the horn press the horn symbols located on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel The tilt lever is located on the left side of the steering column To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull the lever up to lock in place Do not adjust the steering ...

Page 170: ...instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is complete The lever returns to its starting position when it is released If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do no...

Page 171: ...function lever until the high beam headlamps come on Then release the lever to turn them off Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering wheel Move the lever to one of the following positions 1 High Speed Fast wipes 6 Low Speed Slow wipes Delay Sets a delay between wipes 6 Delay Intermittent Speed Sensitive When the lever is in the delay position turn the band...

Page 172: ...arefully loosen or thaw them Damaged wiper blades should be replaced See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 6 49 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down Windshield Washer To wash the windshield press the button at the end of the lever until the washers begin WARNING In freezing weather do not use the washer until the windshie...

Page 173: ...a longer delay Y Washer Fluid Press to wash and wipe the window The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washer However the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer If the windshield can be washed but not the rear windows check the fluid level Z Rear Wiper Press to turn on an intermittent setting that has a shorter delay To turn either of ...

Page 174: ...g roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel J On Off Press to turn the cruise control system on and off The indicator light on the button come...

Page 175: ...gins to limit wheel spin the cruise control automatically disengages See Traction Control System TCS on page 5 8 and Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 5 11 When road conditions allow the cruise control can be used again Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory O...

Page 176: ...se Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills the accelerator pedal might need to be applied to maintain the vehicle speed When going downhill the brake might need to be applied or the vehicle might have to be shifted to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed down When the brakes are appli...

Page 177: ...ke set and the vehicle is not moving When operating in AUTO a momentary turn of the switch to off on will turn off the Automatic Headlamp System An AUTO LIGHTS OFF message displays on the Driver Information Center DIC and a chime will sound Turning the switch to off on again will turn the Automatic Headlamp System back on An AUTO LIGHTS ON message displays on the DIC The Automatic Headlamp System ...

Page 178: ...system is on the taillamps sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lights will not be on For vehicles with an Automatic Transmission the DRL system is off any time the vehicle is in P Park For vehicles with a Manual Transmission the DRL system will be off when the vehicle is first started the park brake is applied and the vehicle has not moved The DRL system on U S vehicles can also be turned off by...

Page 179: ...ntrol is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4 14 To idle the vehicle with the system off turn the ignition on and turn the exterior light switch to the off on position For vehicles first sold in Canada the transmission must stay in P Park for this function or the parking brake must be set for vehicles with manual transmissions Turn on the regular headlamps when the...

Page 180: ...ght See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4 14 Entry Exit Lighting The lamps inside the vehicle turn on when any door is opened These lamps will fade out after about 20 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or when the ignition is turned to ON RUN These lamps will also turn on when pressing K or the L on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter The lamps inside the vehicle will stay on...

Page 181: ...roduce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following loads are on headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancin...

Page 182: ...e injury or death Notice Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 20 ampere rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle and adapter fuses If a...

Page 183: ...he outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death Notice Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery Power is always supplied to the outlets Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that...

Page 184: ...is heating Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 15 amperes To clean the center console ashtray remove the entire ashtray and empty it Notice If papers pins or other flammable items are put in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray Climate Controls Climate Control System Th...

Page 185: ...system runs the air conditioning compressor To defog the windows faster turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting 0 Defrost This mode removes fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Air is directed to the windshield with some air directed to the side window and floor outlets In this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor To defrost the windows faster tu...

Page 186: ...the defrost mode Outside Air Press to allow outside air to circulate through the vehicle An indicator light comes on to show that outside air is on Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window The rear window defogger only works when the ignition is in ON RUN Rear Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off Be sure to clear as much snow ...

Page 187: ...to the vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust and pollen from the air which is drawn into the vehicle Airflow reduction is an indication that the filter needs to be r...

Page 188: ...2011 3 Pull the three tabs of the filter access door down and open the access door downward 4 Pull the filter out keeping it upwards Install the new air filter with the AIR FLOW arrow pointing downward Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reassemble 4 22 ...

Page 189: ...th one of the vehicle s functions Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there might be or there is a problem with one of the vehicle s functions Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving or when one of the gauge...

Page 190: ...Black plate 24 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Instrument Panel Cluster English Manual Transmission Shown Automatic and Metric similar 4 24 ...

Page 191: ...Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If the engine is operated with the tachometer in the red warning area the vehicle could be damaged and the damages would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red warning area Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is starte...

Page 192: ...comes on The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device To turn off the warning light and or chime remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt Airbag Readiness Light The system checks the airbag s electrical system for possible malfunctions If the light stays...

Page 193: ...nger position The passenger airbag status indicator if equipped is on the instrument panel See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 68 for important safety information In addition if the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position the label on the vehicle s sun visors refer to ADVANCED AIRBAGS United States Canada When the vehicle is started the passenger airbag sta...

Page 194: ...em To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4 26 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned on but the engine is not running as a check to show it is working It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or comes o...

Page 195: ...ng Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits If one circuit is not working the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle For normal braking performance both circuits need to be working If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have the brake system inspected right away English Metric This light should come on briefly when the engine is started If it ...

Page 196: ... after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System ABS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off If the ABS light stays on tu...

Page 197: ...quires service If the ETS has been disabled wheel spin is not limited If the indicator warning light is on and flashing the ETS is actively working The LOW TRACTION DIC message also appears when the system is actively limiting wheel spin See Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 5 11 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 41 for more information Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control Sy...

Page 198: ...Control ESC on page 5 6 and Traction Control System TCS on page 5 8 for more information See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 41 for more information on the messages associated with this light Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by the dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light...

Page 199: ...tions pull off the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 6 29 Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with the tire pressure monitoring system this light comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of th...

Page 200: ...e is running this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on after a while the em...

Page 201: ... Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed See Filling the Tank on page 6 9 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Make sure the electrical system is not wet The system could be wet if the vehic...

Page 202: ...he light does not come on when the ignition is turned to ON RUN while the engine is off the critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system This can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system evaluates critical emission control systems during normal driving This can take several days of routine driving If...

Page 203: ...light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Content Theft Deterrent on page 3 19 Front Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use The light goes out when the f...

Page 204: ...than half the fuel tank s capacity to fill it The gauge moves a little when the vehicle turns a corner or speeds up The gauge does not go back to empty when the ignition is turned off For the fuel tank capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 6 108 Driver Information Center DIC Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC The DIC display gives you the status of many of your vehicle s...

Page 205: ... outside of the vehicle in either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C and the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles mi or kilometers km The outside air temperature appears on the left side of the DIC display and the odometer appears on the right side of the display To change the DIC display to English or metric units see UNITS under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 ...

Page 206: ...y in miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km Unlike average fuel economy this screen cannot be reset AV Average SPEED Press the information button until AV SPEED displays This mode shows the vehicle s average speed in miles per hour mph or kilometers per hour km h To reset the average vehicle speed press and hold the reset button while AV SPEED is displayed OIL LIFE Press the in...

Page 207: ...g message comes back on the next time the vehicle is turned off and back on With most messages a warning chime sounds when the message displays Your vehicle may have other warning messages AUTO Automatic LIGHTS OFF This message displays if the automatic headlamp system is disabled with the headlamp switch See Automatic Headlamp System on page 4 12 for more information AUTO Automatic LIGHTS ON This...

Page 208: ...engine power to avoid damaging the engine Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your destination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime this message...

Page 209: ...ingly See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 5 6 and Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System TCS Indicator Warning Light on page 4 31 for more information GATE AJAR This message displays when the liftgate is open Make sure that the liftgate is closed completely See Liftgate on page 3 12 for more information ICE POSSIBLE This message displays when the outside air temperature ...

Page 210: ...ected with the electric power steering Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with the airbag system Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately SERVICE ESC ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC this message displays and a chime sounds if there has been a problem detec...

Page 211: ...king or is working improperly Have the brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as possible SVC Service TIRE MONITOR If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays if a part on the TPMS is not working properly The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Light on page 4 33 Several conditions may cause t...

Page 212: ...ot be available on your vehicle Only the features available will be displayed on the DIC The default settings for the features were set when your vehicle left the factory but may have been changed from their default state since that time To change feature settings use the following procedure Entering Personalization Menu 1 Turn the ignition on while the vehicle is stopped To avoid excessive drain ...

Page 213: ...fault in Canada All information will be displayed in metric units To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC REMOTE START If your vehicle has remote start this feature allows remote start to be turned off or on Remote start allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using your Remote Keyless Ent...

Page 214: ... information To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC UNLOCK HORN This feature which allows the vehicle s horn to chirp on the first press of the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter can be enabled or disabled When UNLOCK HORN appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at ...

Page 215: ...n to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC DELAY LOCK This feature which delays the actual locking of the vehicle can be enabled or disabled When DELAY LOCK appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ON default The doors will not lock until five seconds after the l...

Page 216: ...sion Only following See Programmable Automatic Door Unlock on page 3 11 for more information To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC UNLK Unlock Automatic Transmission Only This screen displays only if your vehicle has an automatic transmission and DRIVER or ALL is selected for the AUTO UNLK feature This fea...

Page 217: ...lect a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display When LANGUAGE appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings ENGLISH default All messages will appear in English FR...

Page 218: ...e Defensive Driving on page 5 2 Notice Contact your dealer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate throu...

Page 219: ...e the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour press the H button until 12H or 24H is displayed Once 12H or 24H is displayed turn the f knob to the desired option to select the setting Press the H button again to apply the setting or let the screen time out With Date Display Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port and Radio with Single CD MP3 Player To set the time and date 1 Turn the ignition key to A...

Page 220: ...e default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month day year to day month year 1 Press H and then the softkey located below the forward arrow label Once the time 12H and 24H and the date MM DD YYYY month day and year and DD MM YYYY day month and year displays 2 Press the softkey located below the desired option 3 Press H again to apply the selected default or...

Page 221: ...is happens contact the radio station Playing the Radio O Power Volume Press to turn the system on and off Turn to increase or decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV Radios with the Speed Compensated Volume SCV feature automatically adjust the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down so that the volume level is consistent To activate SCV 1 ...

Page 222: ...beep sounds The radio goes to a stored preset plays for a few seconds then goes to the next stored preset Press SEEK again to stop scanning preset stations SEEK Press to seek or scan stations with a strong signal in the selected band To seek stations press and release SEEK to go to the next station and stay there To scan stations press and hold SEEK for a few seconds until the radio beeps once The...

Page 223: ...ored as favorites using the six softkeys located below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio favorites page button FAV button Press FAV to go through up to six pages of favorites each having six favorite stations available per page Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM FM or XM stations The current balance fade and tone settings are also stored with the favorit...

Page 224: ...n is longer than what can be displayed the extra information will page every three seconds when Auto Text is activated Storing a Radio Station as a Preset Radios that have numbered pushbuttons store radio stations as presets Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered buttons To store preset stations 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press and hold one of the s...

Page 225: ...adjusting all tone and speaker controls to the middle position by pressing f for more than two seconds until the radio beeps once If a station s frequency is weak or has static decrease the treble EQ Equalization Press this button to select preset equalization settings To return to the manual mode press EQ until Manual displays or start to manually adjust the bass midrange or treble by pressing f ...

Page 226: ...for more than two seconds until the radio beeps once Finding a Category CAT Station XM Satellite Radio Service Only CAT Category The radio may have the CAT button feature To select and find a desired category 1 Press BAND until the XM frequency displays 2 Press CAT to display the category tabs on the radio display Continue pressing the CAT button until the desired category name displays 3 Press ei...

Page 227: ...your dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer XM Satellite Radio Service For vehicles with XM it is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in digital quality sound A service fe...

Page 228: ... playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the track displays Release to resume playing the track FWD Fast Forward Press and hold to advance playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the track displays Release to resume playing the track RDM Random Tracks can be listened to in random rather than seque...

Page 229: ...e CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Care of CDs Store CD s in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust The ...

Page 230: ...evice such as an iPod laptop computer MP3 player CD changer etc can be connected to the auxiliary input jack for use as another audio source Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P Park See Defensive Driving on page 5 2 for more information on driver distraction To use a portable audio player connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 in cable to the radio s front auxiliary input...

Page 231: ... using the latest iTunes application See www apple com itunes For help with identifying your iPod go to www apple com support Using an MP3 Format Radios that have the capability of playing MP3 s can play mp3 or wma files that were recorded onto a CD R or CD RW disc Radios that have a USB port can play mp3 and wma files that are stored on a USB storage device as well as AAC files that are stored on...

Page 232: ...rough all tracks in each playlist When the last track of the last playlist has played play continues from the first track of the first playlist Play begins from the first track in the first folder and continues sequentially through all tracks in each folder When the last track of the last folder has played play continues from the first track of the first folder When play enters a new folder the di...

Page 233: ...eard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the file displays Release s REV to resume playing FWD Fast Forward Press and hold to advance playback quickly Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the file displays Release FWD to resume playing The elapsed time of the file displays S c Previous Folder Press the softkey below S c to go to the first track in the previous folder ...

Page 234: ...cal order on the CD and begins playing MP3 files from that album To exit music navigator mode press the softkey below the Back tab to return to normal MP3 playback Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod The USB Port can be used to control an iPod or a USB storage device To connect a USB storage device connect the device to the USB port located on the front of the radio To connect an iPod connect ...

Page 235: ... playing The elapsed time of the file displays 4 Information Press to display additional information about the selected track Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod The five softkeys below the radio display are used to control the functions listed below To use the softkeys 1 Press the first or fifth softkey below the radio display to display the functions listed below or press the ...

Page 236: ... Fifth softkey end of the list h Music Navigator Press the softkey below h to view and select a file on an iPod using the iPod s menu system Files are sorted by Playlists Artists Albums Genres Songs Composers To select files 1 Press the softkey below h 2 Turn f to scroll through the list of menus 3 Press f to select the desired menu 4 Turn f to scroll through the folders or files in the selected m...

Page 237: ...B storage device or iPod Shuffle Album Press the softkey below to shuffle all songs in the current album on an iPod Shuffle Folder Press the softkey below to shuffle all songs in the current folder on a USB storage device XM Radio Messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 929 2100 in the U S and 1 877 438 9677 in Can...

Page 238: ...7 438 9677 in Canada CAT Not Found There are no channels available for the selected category The system is working properly XM Theftlocked The XM receiver in the vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having the vehicle serviced check with your dealer XM Radio ID If tuned to chann...

Page 239: ...one has voice dialing capability learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list See Voice Pass Thru in this section for more information See Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers in this section for more information WARNING When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment navigation system Taking your eyes...

Page 240: ...olume knob during a call to change the volume level The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls To prevent missed calls a minimum volume level is used if the volume is turned down too low Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the steering wheel to operate the in vehicle Bluetooth system See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4 81 for more information b g Push To Talk Pre...

Page 241: ...tructions and a four digit PIN number The PIN number is used in Step 5 4 Start the pairing process on the cell phone that you want to pair For help with this process see your cell phone manufacturers user guide 5 Locate the device named Your Vehicle in the list on the cell phone Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN number that was provided in Step 3 After the PIN number is su...

Page 242: ...ed If another cell phone is not found the original phone remains connected Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers The system can store up to 30 phone numbers as name tags in the Hands Free Directory that is shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems The following commands are used to delete and store phone numbers Store This command will store a phone number or a group of numbers as a name tag Di...

Page 243: ...en entered say Store and then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Delete Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Delete 3 Say the name tag you want to delete Using the Delete All Name Tags Command This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the OnStarTurn by Turn Destinations Directory To delete all...

Page 244: ...he digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone If an unwanted number is recognized by the system say Clear at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system say Verify at any time 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say D...

Page 245: ...all no action is required Press c x to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three way calling must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier 1 While on a call press b g 2 Say Three way call 3 Use the dial or call command to dial the number of the third party to be called 4 Once the call is connected press b g to link all the ...

Page 246: ...le use the audio transfer feature on the cell phone See your cell phone manufacturers user guide for more information Voice Pass Thru Voice pass thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone See your cell phone manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature To access contacts stored in the cell phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Bluet...

Page 247: ...G Inc and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 18 for FCC information Theft Deterrent Feature TheftLock is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN The radio does not operate if it is stolen or mo...

Page 248: ...o play the highlighted track To navigate folders on an iPod or USB device 1 Press and hold w or x while listening to a song until the contents of the current folder display on the radio display 2 Press and hold x to go back to the previous folder list 3 Press and release w or x to scroll up or down the list To select a folder press and hold w when the folder is highlighted To go back further in th...

Page 249: ...about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Although the radio has a built in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference some static can occur especially around tall buildings or hills causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada Just as with...

Page 250: ...dio antenna is located on the roof of the vehicle Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear radio reception If the vehicle has a sunroof the performance of the XM system may be affected if the sunroof is open Chime Level Adjustment The radio may be used to adjust the vehicle s chime level If the radio can be used to change the volume level of the chime press and hold the sixth numbered push...

Page 251: ...ifferential 5 12 Steering 5 13 Off Road Recovery 5 14 Passing 5 15 Loss of Control 5 15 Racing or Other Competitive Driving 5 16 Driving at Night 5 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 5 17 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 5 18 Highway Hypnosis 5 18 Hill and Mountain Roads 5 19 Winter Driving 5 20 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 22 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 5 22 Loading the...

Page 252: ...ng WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Death and injury...

Page 253: ... on page 5 8 Enhanced Traction System ETS on page 5 11 and Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 5 6 Adding non dealer accessories can affect vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 29 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time Actually doing it is reacti...

Page 254: ...plements the power brake system to maintain consistent brake performance under conditions of low brake booster vacuum Low brake booster vacuum conditions can include initial start up after the vehicle has been parked for several hours very frequent brake stops or high altitude driving When hydraulic brake boost is active minor brake pulsation or movement might be felt but this is normal If brake p...

Page 255: ...e pedal pulsation might be felt or some noise noticed but this is normal Braking in Emergencies At some time nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking If the vehicle has Electronic Stability Control ESC with Antilock Brake System ABS it allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time However if the vehicle does not have ESC with ABS the first reaction to hit the br...

Page 256: ...ist feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased Electronic Stability Control ESC The vehicle has an Electronic Stability Control ESC system which combines antilock brake and traction and stability control systems that help the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions When the vehicle is star...

Page 257: ...s SERVICE ESC ESC OFF or both display the system will not assist the driver in maintaining directional control of the vehicle Adjust your driving accordingly See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 41 The Electronic Stability Control ESC system is automatically enabled whenever the vehicle is started To assist the driver with vehicle directional control especially in slippery road conditions alway...

Page 258: ...uires service If the problem does not clear after restarting the vehicle see your dealer for service See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 41 for more information Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect the vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 for more information Traction Control System TCS The vehicle has a Traction Control System TCS that limits wh...

Page 259: ...information The Traction Control System comes on automatically whenever the vehicle is started It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions but it may be necessary to turn the system off if the vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it It may also be necessary to turn off the system when driving in off road conditions...

Page 260: ...xcessively while these lights and this message are displayed Notice When traction control is turned off or Competitive Driving Mode is active it is possible to lose traction If you attempt to shift with the drive wheels spinning with a loss of traction it is possible to cause damage to the transmission Do not attempt to shift when the drive wheels do not have traction Damage caused by misuse of th...

Page 261: ...so adjust your driving accordingly If the vehicle is in cruise control when the ETS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage The cruise control can be re engaged when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on page 4 8 The ETS indicator warning light may come on for the following reasons The indicator warning light flashes while the traction control system is lim...

Page 262: ...played when the gear shift is in L Low The indicator warning light and message will not come on when the gear shift is in R Reverse If the ETS is limiting wheel spin when the transmission is shifted to L Low or R Reverse to turn the system off the indicator warning light and TRACTION OFF will come on in L Low But the system will not turn off right away It will wait until there is no longer a curre...

Page 263: ...airs See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 41 Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and vehicle speed While in a curve speed is the one factor that can be controlled If there is a need to reduce speed do it before entering the curve while the front wh...

Page 264: ...and 3 o clock positions it can be turned a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery The vehicle s ri...

Page 265: ...ow vehicle When you are being passed ease to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidd...

Page 266: ...nges could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until the vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt If the vehicle has the Antilock Brake System ABS remember It helps avoid only the braking skid If the vehicle does not have ABS then in a br...

Page 267: ...s we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver might need at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flow...

Page 268: ...servoir filled Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 6 50 Turn off cruise control Before Leaving on a Long Trip To prepare your vehicle for a long trip consider having it serviced by your dealer before departing Things to check on your own include Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir full Windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades In good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids All ...

Page 269: ...braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope WARNING Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Alw...

Page 270: ...mproves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads but slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions When driving through deep snow turn off the traction system to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds The Antilock Brake System ABS on page 5 4 improves vehicle stability during hard stops on a slippery roads but apply the brakes sooner than when on dry pavement Allow greater foll...

Page 271: ... more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 3 37 Snow can trap exhaust gases under the vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in the vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of the vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust Run the engine for ...

Page 272: ...d going above 55 km h 35 mph For information about using tire chains on the vehicle see Tire Chains on page 6 71 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction system Shift back and forth between R Reverse and a forward gear or with a manual transmission between 1 First or 2 Second and R Reverse spinning the...

Page 273: ...o break and change the way the vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label Label Example A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar With the driver s door open you will find the label attached below the door lock post striker The ti...

Page 274: ... axles See Certification Tire Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or...

Page 275: ...his manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity for your vehicle If your vehicle can tow a trailer see Towing a Trailer Automatic Transmission on page 5 31 or Towing a Trailer Manual Transmission on page 5 37 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips Example 1 Item Description Total A Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight...

Page 276: ...xample 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 3 Item Description Total A Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg 5 26 ...

Page 277: ...vehicle s center pillar B pillar The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The Certification Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called the Gro...

Page 278: ...he vehicle warranty Do not overload the vehicle If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going WARNING Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of the ...

Page 279: ...wo most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing What is the towing capacity of the towing v...

Page 280: ...ning while the vehicle is being towed remove the following fuse from the floor console fuse block 8 Ignition Switch PASS Key III See Floor Console Fuse Block on page 6 103 for more information Remember to reinstall the fuse once the destination has been reached Notice If 105 km h 65 mph is exceeded while towing the vehicle it could be damaged Never exceed 105 km h 65 mph while towing the vehicle N...

Page 281: ...s not used or the vehicle is not driven properly For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all The driver and passengers could be seriously injured The vehicle may also be damaged the resulting repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Pull a trailer only if all the steps in this section have been followed Ask your dealer for advice and information ...

Page 282: ...resistance increasing the pulling requirements Pulling a Trailer Here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure the rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you will be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 m...

Page 283: ...The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight o...

Page 284: ...ehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires These numbers can be found on the Tire Loading Information label See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 23 Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle or the GAWR including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It is important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons...

Page 285: ...er brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This checks the electrical connection at the same time During the trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer This can help to avoid sit...

Page 286: ...rience more transmission shifting A COOLING MODE ON message may also appear in the DIC This alerts the driver that the shifting mode is in progress and is aiding engine cooling See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 41 DIC Warnings and Messages for more information Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade If the transmission is not shifted down the bra...

Page 287: ...chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer See this manual s Maintenance Schedule or Index for more information Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system It is a good idea to inspect these before and during the trip Check periodica...

Page 288: ...Black plate 38 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES 5 38 ...

Page 289: ...artment Overview 6 14 Engine Oil 6 16 Engine Oil Life System 6 20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 21 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 23 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 23 Hydraulic Clutch 6 23 Cooling System 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 25 Engine Overheating 6 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 32 Brakes 6 32 Battery 6 35 Jump Starting 6 36 Headlamp Aiming 6 41 Bulb Replacement 6 44 Halogen Bulbs 6 44 Headlamps Front T...

Page 290: ...re 6 93 Interior Cleaning 6 93 Fabric Carpet 6 95 Leather 6 95 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 6 96 Care of Safety Belts 6 96 Weatherstrips 6 97 Washing Your Vehicle 6 97 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 97 Finish Care 6 97 Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 98 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels and Trim 6 99 Tires 6 100 Sheet Metal Damage 6 100 Finish Damage 6 100 Underbody Maintenance...

Page 291: ...f these accessories could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to complement and function ...

Page 292: ...rdouswaste perchlorate Doing Your Own Service Work WARNING You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before attempting any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners Metric and English fas...

Page 293: ...vehicle performance we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by auto companies A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be found at www toptiergas com The eighth digit of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or n...

Page 294: ...e engine If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher the engine needs service Gasoline Specifications U S and Canada Only At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN CGSB 3 5 or 3 511 in Canada Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against t...

Page 295: ...ey comply with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 10 ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels Notice This vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would...

Page 296: ... switching to gasoline or adding gasoline to the fuel tank can improve starting For good starting and heater efficiency below 0 C 32 F the fuel mix in the fuel tank should contain no more than 70 ethanol It is best not to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85 If you do switch fuels it is recommended that you add as much fuel as possible do not add less than 11 L 3 gal when refueling You sh...

Page 297: ...urns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Do not smoke near fuel or when refueling the vehicle Do not use cellular phones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is ...

Page 298: ...y If you spill fuel and then something ignites it you could be badly burned This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle ...

Page 299: ...s may cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage the fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4 34 Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avo...

Page 300: ...hat burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the interior hood release lever with this symbol on it It is located to the l...

Page 301: ...ille 3 After you have partially lifted the hood gas struts will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Lower the hood until the lifting force of the struts is reduced then release the hood to latch fully Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary 6 13 ...

Page 302: ...Black plate 14 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Engine Compartment Overview 2 4 L L4 Engine Shown 2 2 L L4 Engine Similar 6 14 ...

Page 303: ...ctric Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System Cooling System on page 6 24 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 6 16 G Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 6 16 H Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brakes on page 6 32 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 6 23 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 6 36...

Page 304: ...pose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill In order to get an accurate reading the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 14 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Obtaining an accurate oil level ...

Page 305: ...le operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amoun...

Page 306: ...fication or an equivalent engine oil of the appropriate viscosity grade Engine oils approved to the dexos specification will show the dexos symbol on the container Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty If you are unsure whether the oil is approved to the dexos specification ask your service provider Use of Substitute...

Page 307: ...r in this section for more information Engine Oil Additives Engine Oil Flushes Do not add anything to the oil The recommended oils with the dexos specification and displaying the dexos certification mark are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Us...

Page 308: ...system must be reset every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it indicates that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 41 Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if driving under the best conditions the oil life system might indicate...

Page 309: ...n reset 5 Turn the key to LOCK OFF For vehicles with the 2 2L VIN Code V or 2 4L VIN Code B engines you can also reset the system as follows 1 Turn the ignition key to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds 3 Turn the key to LOCK OFF then start the engine If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when the vehicle ...

Page 310: ... Flow sensor PCV hose and both ducts 2 Pull the entire system from the top of the engine 3 Turn the system over and place it on a soft non abrasive surface 4 Remove the screws that hold the housing and cover together and lift off the housing 5 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reverse the steps to reinstall the system Be sure to reinstall the housing tightly WARNING Operating the ...

Page 311: ...mages may not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 8 Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to a dealer for service Have it repaired as soon as possible You...

Page 312: ...ic engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan WARNING Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause a...

Page 313: ... low If there is a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 6 29 What to Use WARNING Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous Plain water and other liquids can boil before the proper coolant mixture will The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot...

Page 314: ...wers streams or bodies of water Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level The coolant recovery tank cap has this symbol on it The tank is located in the engine compartment towar...

Page 315: ...How to Add Coolant to the Cooling System WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Notice This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged WARNING An electric ...

Page 316: ... visible in the coolant recovery tank add coolant at the pressure cap as follows 1 Remove the pressure cap when the cooling system including the pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left to be vented 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap and remove it 3 A...

Page 317: ... procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the fill port reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated 10 When the engine has cooled check the coolant in the coolant recovery tank The level in the coolant recovery tank should be at the COLD FILL line when the engine is cold Engine Overheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating You...

Page 318: ...ven with no coolant the vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment WARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait...

Page 319: ...peed Open the windows as necessary 3 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in N Neutral while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral and let the engine idle If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe...

Page 320: ...asher fluid Fill the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for fluid expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in the windshield washer It can damage the windshield washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder and on manual transmission vehicles the clutch hydr...

Page 321: ...from a sealed container See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 8 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir WARNING With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake or clutch hydraulic system the brakes or clutch might not work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Usi...

Page 322: ...n something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 6 108 If the vehicle has rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if a rear brake rubbing noise is heard h...

Page 323: ...her ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed Battery Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed The battery is located in the cargo area Access to the battery is not necessary to jump start the vehicle See Jump Starting on page 6 36 DANGER Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known t...

Page 324: ...tart the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close eno...

Page 325: ...that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle You will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood It is located in the rear cargo area You will not need to access your battery for jump starting The vehicle has a remote positive a...

Page 326: ...ny underhood electric fan WARNING Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add ...

Page 327: ...the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal location on the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the bla...

Page 328: ...ould not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal GND B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cab...

Page 329: ...le is taken to your dealer for service if the headlamps need to be re aimed It is possible however to re aim the headlamps as described The vehicle should Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall Have all four tires on a level surface which is level all the way to the wall Be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface Not have any snow ice or mud on...

Page 330: ...istance from Step 3 and mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line B on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 6 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headla...

Page 331: ... aimed to the horizontal tape line Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam The top edge of the cut off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line The lamp on the left A shows the correct headlamp aim The lamp on the right B shows t...

Page 332: ...ct your dealer Halogen Bulbs WARNING Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps A Headlamp B Turn Signal Parking Lamp To replace the headlamp turn signal or parking lamp bulb 1 Turn the wheel to access the wheel we...

Page 333: ...liner and locate the bulb to be changed 4 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it clicks 7 Push the bulb socket straight into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it into place 8 Reinstall the wheel well liner using fasteners 6 45 ...

Page 334: ...the center trim located near the top of the liftgate 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamps assembly 4 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 5 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it clicks 6 Push the bulb socket straight into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it into place 7 Reinstall the center trim 6 46 ...

Page 335: ... 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 3 12 2 Remove the cover in the rear cargo area of the vehicle to access the bulbs 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the lamp assembly 4 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 5 Install a new bulb When installing the bulb socket into the assembly line up the tabs with the slots in the bulb assembly 6 47 ...

Page 336: ...erclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the bulb socket and turn it clockwise to lock it into place 5 Push and turn the license plate back through the fascia opening 6 Reinstall the two screws holding the license plate lamps to the fascia Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp and CHMSL 921LL Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamp Amber 5702K...

Page 337: ...g the wiper arm lift the clip up from the blade connecting point and pull the blade assembly down toward the windshield to remove it from the wiper arm 3 Install the new wiper blade on the wiper arm and press down on the clip to snap it into place Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement 1 Remove the protective cap from the wiper arm If the protective cap is not removed before lifting the wiper arm the w...

Page 338: ...ires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Continued WARNING Continued Over inflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn or old tires can cause a crash If your ...

Page 339: ...cation Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D...

Page 340: ...ing on page 6 68 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load Compact Spare Tire Example A Temporary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3 000 miles 5 000 km and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph 105 km h The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regula...

Page 341: ...e Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 57 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only G TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a...

Page 342: ...utward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa Accessory Weight This means the combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats and air conditioning Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire s height to its width Belt A rubber...

Page 343: ...y trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for th...

Page 344: ...ith the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6 65 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacture...

Page 345: ...label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the Tire and Loadi...

Page 346: ...r System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufac...

Page 347: ...es or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6 59 for additional information Federal Communications Commission FC...

Page 348: ...low and needs to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 23 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location Also see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 57 The TPMS system can warn about a low ti...

Page 349: ...he TPMS sensor matching process was not done or not completed successfully after rotating the tires The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off after successfully completing the sensor matching process See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off when the TPMS sensors are i...

Page 350: ...Entry RKE transmitter s LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for about five seconds to start the TPMS learn mode The horn sounds twice indicating the TPMS receiver is ready and in learn mode 4 Start with the driver side front tire The driver side front turn signal also comes on to indicate that corner s sensor is ready to be learned 5 Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall near the v...

Page 351: ...see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 5...

Page 352: ...heel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 6 108 WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be ...

Page 353: ...mation on when tires should be replaced Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on a parked vehicle Park a vehicle that will be stored for at least a month in a cool dry clean area away from direct sunlight to slow aging This area should be free of grease gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that ma...

Page 354: ... new Replacing less than a full set of tires can affect the braking and handling performance of your vehicle See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6 63 for information on proper tire rotation WARNING Tires could explode during improper service Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or death Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires ...

Page 355: ...e radial and bias belted tires as your vehicle s original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low pressure warning if non TPC Spec rated tires are installed on your vehicle Non TPC Spec rated tires may give a low pressure warning that is higher or lower than the proper warning level you would get with TPC Spec rated tires See Tire Pressure Monitor Sy...

Page 356: ...on page 6 65 and Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis...

Page 357: ...ay have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested und...

Page 358: ...ired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors replace them only with new GM original equipment parts ...

Page 359: ...rer recommends it for use on the vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to the vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting the vehicle and do not spin the vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to...

Page 360: ...e a tire that has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat Have your dealer or an authorized tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible WARNING Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat ti...

Page 361: ...t exceed the recommended pressure WARNING Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit there may not be a spare tire tire changing ...

Page 362: ...low the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the compressor Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealan...

Page 363: ...3 See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 6 71 for other important safety warnings Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire Always do a safety check first See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 6 71 Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6 80 2 Unwrap the seal...

Page 364: ...tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge D The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 57 The pressure gauge D may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate pressure reading The compressor may be turned on off until the...

Page 365: ...ire pressure Refer to Steps 1 through 11 under Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured If the tire pressure has fallen more than 68 kPa 10 psi below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8 7 If the tire pressure h...

Page 366: ...essor kit from its storage location See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6 80 2 Unwrap the air only hose E and the power plug G 3 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 4 Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise 5 Attach the air only hose E onto the tire valve stem ...

Page 367: ...off to get an accurate reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached 11 Press the on off button A to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage 12 Unplug the power plug G from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 13 Disconnect the air only hose E from the tire va...

Page 368: ...ealant and compressor kit is located in the rear compartment storage area 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 3 12 2 Lift the storage cover 3 Turn the retainer clockwise and remove the tire sealant and compressor kit To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Tur...

Page 369: ...transmission to 1 First or R Reverse 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle When the vehicle has...

Page 370: ...pen the liftgate See Liftgate on page 3 12 for more information 2 Remove the cargo cover 3 Turn the retainer counterclockwise to remove the tire cover 4 Remove the tire cover 5 Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at the four and eight o clock positions Gently pull it up and out of the trunk See Compact Spare Tire on page 6 93 6 Remove the wing nut that holds the jack Then remove the jack w...

Page 371: ...Black plate 83 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 The tools needed are the jack A and wheel wrench B Turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack 6 83 ...

Page 372: ... on the end of the wheel wrench to extend the handle Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 80 for more information 2 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 6 84 ...

Page 373: ...lift head to fit over the car flange under the down arrow markings on the rocker panel WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 6 85 ...

Page 374: ...make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 6 86 ...

Page 375: ...a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 80 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 7 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface WARNING Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicl...

Page 376: ...ING Continued torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications on page 6 108 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the ...

Page 377: ...ire 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 3 12 for more information 2 Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on For more information see Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools next in this section 3 Install the cargo cover For more information see Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover on page 3 48 4 Place the tire lying flat in...

Page 378: ... Manual 2011 5 Route the loop end of the strap C through one of the cargo tie downs A located in the rear of the vehicle 6 Route the hook B through the loop C 7 Pull the strap to tighten it around the cargo tie down A Aluminum Wheel 6 90 ...

Page 379: ...Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Steel Wheel 8 Route the hook end of the strap through the wheel 9 Attach the strap to the cargo tie downs in the rear of the vehicle 10 Slide the buckle to tighten the tie down strap 6 91 ...

Page 380: ...floor of the spare tire compartment 3 Place the jack and wheel wrench E over the bolt G making sure the strap is securely stored under the jack and wheel wrench 4 Secure the jack and wheel wrench E with the wing nut D 5 With the valve stem up place the spare tire C on the compartment floor 6 Make sure the bolt G passes through the wheel center 7 Install the spare tire cover B 8 Secure the spare ti...

Page 381: ...d be in good shape in case it is needed again Notice When the compact spare is installed do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire wheel and other parts of the vehicle Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not ...

Page 382: ...ay become concentrated in the breathing space Before using cleaners read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label While cleaning the interior maintain adequate ventilation by opening the doors and windows Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Products that remove odors from the upholstery and clean the glass can be obtained from your deal...

Page 383: ...e cleaning cloth remains clean 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used test a small hidden area for colorfastness first If the locally cleaned area gives any i...

Page 384: ...ay permanently change the appearance and feel of the interior and are not recommended Do not use silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on the instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflecti...

Page 385: ...icle Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer Follow all manufacturers directions regarding correct product usage necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean cham...

Page 386: ...hat can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However chrome polish may be used on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care wit...

Page 387: ...e covered by the vehicle warranty Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because they could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrom...

Page 388: ...ps fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust con...

Page 389: ...y this fallout condition within 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 mi of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver side It can be seen through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and...

Page 390: ...tery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 2 74 and Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 2 74 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this hap...

Page 391: ...e a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of the vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in the vehicle the floor console fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block There are also one or two fuses located at the ba...

Page 392: ... 6 Amplifier 7 Cluster 8 Ignition Switch PASS Key III 9 Stoplamp 10 Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning PASS Key III 11 Empty 12 Empty 13 Airbag 14 Empty 15 Windshield Wiper 16 Climate Control System Ignition Rear View Camera 17 Power Windows 18 Empty 19 Electric Power Steering Steering Wheel Control 6 104 ...

Page 393: ...32 Retained Accessory Power RAP Engine Compartment Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located on the driver side of the engine compartment Lift the cover to access the fuse relay block Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown ...

Page 394: ...ytime Running Lamps 32 Empty 33 Emissions 36 Power Windows 37 Power Seat Option Fuses Usage 40 Cooling Fan 41 Engine Control Module 42 Empty 43 Engine Control Module Transmission 44 Antilock Brake System Option 45 Injectors Ignition Module 46 Backup Lamps 47 Heated Seat 49 Windshield Washer Pump 53 Fog Lamps Option 56 Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM 57 Antilock Brake System Option 58 Windshield ...

Page 395: ... 50 Cooling Fan 51 Run Crank 52 Windshield Wiper 54 Fog Lamps Option 55 Horn 68 Parking Lamps 70 Windshield Wipers 71 Headlamp Low Beam 72 Headlamp High Beam A Center High Mounted Stoplamp Relay and a Rear Access Panel Door Interlock Relay Panel Van only are located underhood in front of the left shock tower The Left Rear Access Panel Door Relay Panel Van Only and the Right Rear Access Panel Door ...

Page 396: ...nt see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 2 2L Engine 7 4 qt 7 0 L 2 4L Engine with Automatic Transmission 8 5 qt 8 0 L 2 4L Engine with Manual Transmission 8 7 qt 8 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 0 qt 4 7 L Fuel Tank 16 2 gal 61 3 L Transmission Fluid Automatic Bottom Pan Removal 7 0 qt 6 6 L Manual 2 2L L4 or 2 4L L4 Engine Drain and Re...

Page 397: ... 109 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 2L L4 Engine W Automatic Manual 0 040 in 1 01 mm 2 4L L4 Engine U Automatic Manual 0 040 in 1 01 mm 6 109 ...

Page 398: ...Black plate 110 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 2 NOTES 6 110 ...

Page 399: ...on 7 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Introduction 7 2 Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Owner Checks and Services 7 6 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 8 Maintenance Replacement Parts 7 10 Engine Drive Belt Routing 7 11 Maintenance Record 7 12 7 1 ...

Page 400: ...led Maintenance To keep the vehicle in good condition see your dealer The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 23 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 6 6 WARNING Performing maintenan...

Page 401: ...must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset Your dealer has trained service technicians who will perform this work and reset the system If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 miles since the last service Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 6 20 When the Change ...

Page 402: ...ion may be required when the vehicle is exposed to a corrosive environment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Restraint system component check See Checking the Restraint Systems on page 2 76 Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection for loose or damaged components...

Page 403: ... other damage Check the hold open ability of the gas strut Contact your dealer if service is required First Engine Oil Change After Every 40 000 km 25 000 Miles Passenger compartment air filter replacement or every 24 months whichever occurs first More frequent replacement may be needed if you drive in areas with heavy traffic areas with poor air quality or areas with high dust levels Replacement ...

Page 404: ... Control Service First Engine Oil Change After Every 240 000 km 150 000 Miles Engine cooling system drain flush and refill or every five years whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant on page 6 25 An Emission Control Service Engine drive belts inspection for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage or every 10 years whichever occurs first Replace if needed Owner Checks and Services Starter Swit...

Page 405: ...g brake See Parking Brake on page 3 33 Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to ON RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park contact your dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While...

Page 406: ...P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Oil The engine requires engine oil approved to th...

Page 407: ...t GM Part No 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 in Cana...

Page 408: ... from your dealer Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 2L and 2 4L Engines 22731072 A3054C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Passenger Compartment Air Filter 52493319 CF125 Spark Plugs 2 2L and 2 4L Engines 12625058 41 103 Wiper Blades Front 19 7 inches 50 cm 25882578 Rear 10 8 inches 27 4 cm 22709463 7 10 ...

Page 409: ...Black plate 11 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Engine Drive Belt Routing Dotted line shows routing for vehicles without air conditioning 7 11 ...

Page 410: ... After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 12 ...

Page 411: ...Black plate 13 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 13 ...

Page 412: ...Black plate 14 1 Chevrolet HHR Owner Manual 2011 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 14 ...

Page 413: ... Assistance Program 8 7 Scheduling Service Appointments 8 9 Courtesy Transportation Program 8 9 Collision Damage Repair 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects 8 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 8 14 Vehicle Data Recording and Priv...

Page 414: ...alership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 In Canada call General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call th...

Page 415: ...ne Program Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 www dr bbb org goauto This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in thi...

Page 416: ...place Digital owner manual warranty information and more Storage for online service and maintenance records Chevrolet dealer locator for service nationwide Exclusive privileges and offers Recall notices for your specific vehicle OnStar and GM Cardmember Services Earnings summaries Other Helpful Links Chevrolet www chevrolet com Chevrolet Merchandise www chevymall com Help Center www chevrolet com ...

Page 417: ... has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user in the U S can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 2438 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance However if a customer wishes to write or e mail Chevrolet the letter should be addressed to United States Che...

Page 418: ...e Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Av Ejercito Nacional 843 Col Granada C P 11520 Mexico D F 01 800 466 0800 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0800 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift for the vehicle...

Page 419: ...fication Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem Coverage Services are provided up to 5 years 160 000 km 100 000 mi whichever comes first In the U S anyone driving the vehicle is covered In Canada a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Mo...

Page 420: ...ated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead battery Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance Impound towing caused by violation of any laws Legal fines Mounting dismounting or changing of snow tires chains or other traction devices Towing or services for vehicles driven on a...

Page 421: ...e consultant of your transportation needs the dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call the dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests you to bring the vehicle for se...

Page 422: ...the dealer for information regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs Courtesy Rental Vehicle The dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if the vehicle is kept for an overnight warranty repair Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts Th...

Page 423: ...cled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are ...

Page 424: ...OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read your lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of Move the vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a ...

Page 425: ...ng for the repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believ...

Page 426: ...write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada call 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis ...

Page 427: ...o Owner Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 U S plus handling and shipping fees Current and Past Models Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 0713...

Page 428: ... owner s personal preferences such as radio pre sets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Recorders This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to rec...

Page 429: ...cle or the EDR GM will not access this data or share it with others except with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request of police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM resear...

Page 430: ...or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause interference 2 The device must accept any i...

Page 431: ...nflates 2 66 When Should an Airbag Inflate 2 64 Where Are the Airbags 2 63 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 4 27 Readiness Light 4 26 System Check 2 60 Antenna Fixed Mast 4 84 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 4 84 Antilock Brake System ABS 5 4 Warning Light 4 30 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 6 99 Care of Safety Belts 6 96 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 101 Cleaning Exterio...

Page 432: ...5 Brakes 6 32 Antilock 5 4 Parking 3 33 System Warning Light 4 29 Braking 5 3 Braking in Emergencies 5 5 Break In New Vehicle 3 22 Bulb Replacement 6 48 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 6 46 Fog Lamps 4 13 Halogen Bulbs 6 44 Headlamp Aiming 6 41 Headlamps 6 44 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 6 44 License Plate Lamps 6 48 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 6 47 Buying...

Page 433: ...ter 4 18 Circuit Breakers 6 103 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 6 99 Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 97 Fabric Carpet 6 95 Cleaning cont Finish Care 6 97 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 6 96 Interior 6 93 Leather 6 95 Tires 6 100 Underbody Maintenance 6 100 Washing Your Vehicle 6 97 Weatherstrips 6 97 Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 98 Climate Control System 4 18 Outlet Adjustmen...

Page 434: ...Own Service Work 6 4 Dome Lamp 4 14 Door Automatic Door Lock 3 10 Delayed Locking 3 10 Locks 3 9 Power Locks 3 10 Door cont Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 3 11 Rear Door Security Locks 3 11 Rear Side Cargo 3 12 Drive Belt Routing Engine 7 11 Driver Seat Height Adjuster 2 5 Driver Information Center DIC 4 38 DIC Operation and Displays 4 39 DIC Vehicle Personalization 4 46 DIC Warnings and Messa...

Page 435: ...r Cleaner Filter 6 21 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 4 34 Compartment Overview 6 14 Coolant 6 25 Coolant Heater 3 27 Coolant Temperature Gauge 4 33 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 4 32 Cooling System 6 24 Drive Belt Routing 7 11 Engine cont Exhaust 3 37 Oil 6 16 Overheating 6 29 Starting 3 26 Engine Oil Life System 6 20 Enhanced Traction System ETS Active Light 5 11 Enhanced Traction System...

Page 436: ...6 Gauge 4 38 Fuel Economy Driving 1 24 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6 105 Floor Console Fuse Block 6 103 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 103 Windshield Wiper 6 102 G Gasoline Octane 6 6 Specifications 6 6 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 4 33 Fuel 4 38 Speedometer 4 25 Tachometer 4 25 Glove Box 3 46 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 8 6 H Halogen Bulbs 6 44 Hazard Warning Flashers 4 3 Head Re...

Page 437: ...Indicator Warning LIghts Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 31 Infants and Young Children Restraints 2 38 Inflation Tire Pressure 6 57 Instrument Panel Brightness 4 14 Storage Area 3 46 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 24 Integrated Trailer Brake Control System ITBC 5 31 5 37 Introduction 7 2 J Jump Starting 6 36 K Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 3 5 Keys 3 3 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 6 51 Lamps Daytime Runn...

Page 438: ...re Pressure 4 33 Up Shift 4 29 Limited Slip Differential 5 12 Loading Your Vehicle 5 23 Locks Automatic Door Lock 3 10 Delayed Locking 3 10 Door 3 9 Lockout Protection 3 12 Locks cont Power Door 3 10 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 3 11 Rear Door Security Locks 3 11 Loss of Control 5 15 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 2 45 Lumbar Power Controls 2 6 M Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Reco...

Page 439: ...tem 1 25 Outlet Adjustment 4 21 Outlets Accessory Power 4 16 Outside Convex Mirror 3 42 Power Mirrors 3 41 Owner Checks and Services 7 6 Owners Canadian iii P Paint Damage 6 100 Park Shifting Into 3 34 Shifting Out of 3 36 Parking Brake 3 33 Over Things That Burn 3 37 Parking Your Vehicle 3 36 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 20 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 3 20 Passenger Air...

Page 440: ... Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 3 48 Rear Door Security Locks 3 11 Rear Side Cargo Door 3 12 Rear Storage 3 48 Rear Vision Camera RVC 3 42 Rear Window Washer Wiper 4 7 Rearview Mirrors 3 39 Automatic Dimming 3 39 Reclining Seatbacks 2 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 8 Recreational Vehicle Towing 5 29 Reimbursement Program GM Mobility 8 6 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 3 4 3 5 Remote V...

Page 441: ...19 Lap Shoulder Belt 2 28 Reminders 4 25 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 2 15 Use During Pregnancy 2 33 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 8 14 General Motors 8 14 U S Government 8 13 Safety Warnings and Symbols iv Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Scheduling Appointments 8 9 Sealant Kit Tire 6 73 Seatback Folding Passenger 2 11 Seats Driver Seat Height Adjuster 2 5 Head Restraints 2 2 Heated Seat...

Page 442: ...t Folding Rear Seat 2 12 Start Vehicle Remote 3 7 Starting the Engine 3 26 Steering 5 13 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 4 81 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 4 3 Storage Areas Convenience Net 3 51 Cupholders 3 46 Floor Console Storage Area 3 46 Glove Box 3 46 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins 3 51 Instrument Panel 3 46 Rear 3 48 Rear Compartment Storage Panel Cover 3 48 Roof Rack System 3 50 Storing the Tire Sea...

Page 443: ...ompressor Kit 6 73 6 80 Sidewall Labeling 6 51 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 6 89 Terminology and Definitions 6 54 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 6 68 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 6 70 Wheel Replacement 6 70 When It Is Time for New Tires 6 65 Towing Recreational Vehicle 5 29 Towing a Trailer 5 31 5 37 Your Vehicle 5 29 Traction Control System TCS 5 8 Limited Slip Differential 5 12 Tract...

Page 444: ...s 3 18 W Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 4 23 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 4 41 Hazard Flashers 4 3 Safety and Symbols iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 6 70 Different Size 6 68 Replacement 6 70 When It Is Time for New Tires 6 65 Where to Put the Restraint 2 43 Windows 3 16 Power 3 17 Windshield Washer 4 6 Washer Fluid 6 32 Wiper Blade Replacement 6 49 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 98 Wipe...

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